✨ Should I Apply for Maldives Higher Education Scholarship Scheme (Expanded)?
Instant AI-powered application intelligence
Moderate (Higher for students applying for priority fields or locally)
Competition
🌍 Overview
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Award Amount
Varies by host country cost of living and tuition fees
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Duration
Full duration of the degree program (3 to 5 years for Bachelor's)
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Deadline
Varies by intake cycle (Typically March/April or August/September)
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Fields
Priority areas including Medicine, Nursing, Engineering, Information Technology, Teaching, Tourism, and Vocational Arts
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Awards/Year
500+ slots per major cycle
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Provider
Ministry of Higher Education, Labour and Skills Development, Maldives
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Acceptance
Depends on the number of applicants per category; usually 25% to 40%
The Maldives Higher Education Scholarship Expanded scheme is a government initiative to build human resource capacity by funding Maldivian students to study in critical sectors at top-tier international and local institutions.
👥 Who Should Apply
Open to Maldivian citizens who have completed A-Levels (for UG) or a Bachelor's degree (for PG) with specific grade requirements.
🏛️ Host University
Multiple universities globally (OECD countries, SAARC countries, Malaysia, and local institutions)
🤝 Sponsor
Government of Maldives
⚙️ Fields of Study
Priority areas including Medicine, Nursing, Engineering, Information Technology, Teaching, Tourism, and Vocational Arts
✨ Key Benefits
Covers full tuition, monthly living expenses, round-trip travel, establishment costs, and academic resources.
🎯 Target Students
Maldivian students seeking higher education locally or abroad
🏷 Tags
Maldives
Fully Funded
International Study
Undergraduate
Masters
Ministry of Education
💸 Funding Breakdown
Tuition
100% of tuition fees covered for the duration of the course
Living Stipend
Monthly allowance provided based on the specific country's rate determined by the Ministry
Total Award
Varies by host country cost
✈️ Travel: Economy class return airfare provided at the start and end of the course
🏠 Accommodation: Included within the monthly living stipend
💊 Health Insurance: Basic medical insurance coverage is provided for international students
🔄 Renewable: Yes
💳 App Fee: Free
🎓 Tuition Coverage
100% of tuition fees covered for the duration of the course
🏠 Living Stipend
Monthly allowance provided based on the specific country's rate determined by the Ministry
🏡 Accommodation
Included within the monthly living stipend
✈️ Travel Allowance
Economy class return airfare provided at the start and end of the course
💊 Health Insurance
Basic medical insurance coverage is provided for international students
🎁 Other Benefits
Establishment allowance, book allowance, and visa fees coverage
📋 Renewal Conditions
Subject to satisfactory academic progress and maintaining a passing grade in all subjects
✅ Eligibility Requirements
🌍 Eligible Nationalities
Must be a Maldivian citizen; meet academic requirements for the chosen course
🎓 Academic Level
Undergraduate, Postgraduate (Masters/PhD)
📊 Minimum GPA
3.00 on a 4.0 scale or equivalent A-Level grades (C or higher)
🗣️ English Requirement
IELTS (6.0-7.0) or TOEFL (equivalent) depending on host university requirements
🎂 Age Limit
Generally under 45 years at the time of application
💼 Work Experience
Not required for undergraduate; 1-2 years preferred for certain postgraduate programs
🏆 Leadership
Not mandatory, but considered a plus for competitive categories
💰 Financial Need
Not the primary selection factor; focus is on merit and priority fields
🎯 Target Students
Maldivian students seeking higher education locally or abroad
📝 Application Requirements
Essay / SOP
No (standardized application form and document submission)
Rec Letters
Required for postgraduate levels (minimum 2 academic or professional)
Interview
Rarely, but may be required for specific specialized medical fields
Documents Required
- Academic Transcripts
- Passport / National ID
- Required for postgraduate levels (minimum 2 academic or professional) Recommendation Letters
- CV / Resume
- IELTS (6.0-7.0) or TOEFL (equivalent) depending on host university requirements
- Interview: Rarely, but may be required for specific specialized medical fields
- Min GPA: 3.00 on a 4.0 scale or equivalent A-Level grades (C or higher)
📋 Application Process
Ensure all academic certificates are attested; choose a field listed in the 'National Priority List' for better chances.
💡 Insider Tip: Submit the application through the MyEdu portal early to avoid technical delays during deadline hours.